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Ann Arbor named one of the most arts-vibrant cities in the United States
Read full article: Ann Arbor named one of the most arts-vibrant cities in the United StatesAnn Arbor is known for its celebration of the arts with its numerous galleries, year-round art-based events and its massive, summertime Ann Arbor Art Fair.
Unintended safety hazard along Gratiot Avenue in Roseville: Here’s what we know
Read full article: Unintended safety hazard along Gratiot Avenue in Roseville: Here’s what we knowAn unintended safety hazard along Gratiot Avenue in Roseville has caused a lot of concern for members who live in that area.
Mother’s COVID death inspires Detroit woman to create ‘healing’ art space
Read full article: Mother’s COVID death inspires Detroit woman to create ‘healing’ art spaceAfter losing her mother to COVID-19, a Detroit woman decided to honor her mother’s life by creating a community art space for women in their childhood home.
Exhibition at University of Michigan showcases narratives, diversity of Detroit’s Muslim community
Read full article: Exhibition at University of Michigan showcases narratives, diversity of Detroit’s Muslim community"Halal Metropolis" aims to highlight the diversity of Metro Detroit's Muslim population.
University of Michigan marks 25 years of prison art shows with digital gallery
Read full article: University of Michigan marks 25 years of prison art shows with digital galleryANN ARBOR – The University of Michigan’s Exhibition of Art by Michigan Prisoners is celebrating 25 years with a virtual gallery due to the ongoing health crisis. The annual Prison Creative Arts Project at U-M is now one of the largest exhibitions by imprisoned artists in the world. (University of Michigan - Prison Created Arts Project)Krinitsky said the organization has wanted to expand to a larger audience for some time. (University of Michigan - Prison Created Arts Project)“It was an extraordinary year, although it was some time ago that we visited,” Hamilton said in a release. “Many PCAP artists rely on sales revenue to purchase art supplies as well as things they need for daily living.
Gutman Gallery in downtown Ann Arbor to kick off newest exhibition Friday
Read full article: Gutman Gallery in downtown Ann Arbor to kick off newest exhibition FridayANN ARBOR – The Guild of Artists & Artisans will be launching its newest all media exhibition, “ANYTHING GOES,” in the Gutman Gallery on Friday. Throughout the open house-style reception, Guild staff will appear on the live feed to discuss the exhibition and to give virtual viewers a tour of the gallery. "Chryslais" by Robin Speth. For more information about the exhibition, upcoming events, scheduling curbside pickup or to shop virtually with gallery staff, visit www.shopgutmangallery.com. AdThe Gutman Gallery is at 118 N. Fourth Ave.
Glass artist known for social media scavenger hunts in Ann Arbor launches miniature art exchange
Read full article: Glass artist known for social media scavenger hunts in Ann Arbor launches miniature art exchangeThe Take Art Leave Art box and gallery in Shawn Bungo's yard in Ann Arbor. ANN ARBOR – When glass artist Shawn Bungo and his wife moved to Tree Town from Knoxville, Tennessee six months ago, they knew moving to a new city during a pandemic would be a challenge. “Being a glass artist, you have a lot of pieces that don’t come out, so that’s what started that,” said Bungo. Bungo constructed a Take Art Leave Art box and gallery outside his home on Ann Arbor’s south side. “I just recently put it back up two weeks ago and I shared it with the Ann Arbor Townies group on Facebook,” said Bungo.
Ann Arbor’s Gutman Gallery announces first annual Holiday Artist Market
Read full article: Ann Arbor’s Gutman Gallery announces first annual Holiday Artist MarketANN ARBOR – The Guild of Artists & Artisans will be holding its first-ever Holiday Artist Market in its downtown Gutman Gallery from Nov. 4 to December 23. From Black Friday through Christmas Eve, the gallery will have extended holiday hours in its festive, warm space. The Gutman Gallery will also be participating in both downtown Ann Arbor’s Midnight Madness and Kerrytown Market’s Festive Fridays. On Fridays and Saturdays, The Guild will feature Artist Trunk Shows in the gallery. Gallery hoursNovember hours: Wednesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.Extended Holiday Hours (Nov. 27-Dec. 22): Tuesday-Thursday 11a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday 11a.m.-7 p.m.Gutman Gallery is at 118 N. Fourth Ave.For more information, visit www.shopgutmangallery.com.
Ann Arbor Art Center softly reopens, implements safety changes
Read full article: Ann Arbor Art Center softly reopens, implements safety changesANN ARBOR, Mich. Today, the Ann Arbor Art Center quietly reopened its doors after being closed to the public since March due to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Those visiting the downtown art hub will be allowed in the 117 Gallery Shop on the first floor of the building between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays. However, visitors will notice changes the art center has implemented, which are intended to keep staff and patrons safe. The art center will continue to offer contactless curbside pick up of items in its online shop. The Ann Arbor Art Center is at 117 W. Liberty St. Like what youre reading?